New Places to visit in Hong Kong
The Peak, Victoria Harbor, Disneyland Hong Kong, Ocean Park are some of the most popular sites tourists visit in Hong Kong. If you're looking for new places to visit, here are 5 new sites to see on your next visit.
MAN PO TEMPLE
As you enter Man Po Temple, you will be greeted by the smoke of the giant incense coils hanging from the ceiling. Built in the 19th century, this Taoist temple is dedicated to the God of Literature (Man) and the God of War (Po). It is a good stop to take a break from the bustle while exploring Central. It is also a short walk to PMQ from here.
Address: 124 Hollywood Road
Nearest Train Station: SHEUNG WAN or CENTRAL
Walking Directions: From
SHEUNG WAN: (15 min walk) MTR Sheung Wan Station Exit A2 then walk along
Hillier Street to Queen's Road Central. Then proceed up Ladder Street (next to
Lok Ku Road) to Hollywood Road to temple
From CENTRAL: MTR Central
Station Exit D2 and turn right to Theatre Lane. Walk along Queen's Road Central
towards The Center. Then take the Central—Mid-Levels Escalator to Hollywood
Road. ; Sheung Wan
Hours of Operation: 8AM -6PM
Entrance Fee: Free.
Incense stick
S10 / 3 pcs
PMQ
This commercial building complex used to be the a college and dormitory for police officers was revitalized in 2009 into a creative space where you can find more than a 100 design and creative hub. Here you can find small design studios, galleries, and small shops of emerging creative enterprises.
Website : http: www.pmq.org.hk
Nearest Train Station: SHEUNG WAN
Walking Directions: Sheung
Wan Station Exit B2)Walk through Grand Millennium Plaza to Bonham Strand, cross over
the zebra crossing and turn left, walk along Wellington Street (up to Lin Heung
Tea House), turn right at Aberdeen Street to PMQ
WONG TAI SIN
This one of the most popular temple as it claims to "make every wish come true upon request". Taoism, Confucianism, and Buddhist temple, it is a short walk from Wong Tai train station.
Nearest Train Station: Wong
Tai
Walking Directions: Exit B2;
3 minute walk
Hours of Operation: Temple:
700AM-5:30 PM; Good Wish Garden 9:00-5:00 PM
PRINCE EDWARD FLOWER MARKET
This busy flower market is close to the Gold Fish Market. Here you can walk and enjoy the numerous flowers available for sale. There is a good cafe near the end of market - Hay Fever.
Nearest Train Station: Prince Edward Exit B1;
Walking Directions: Walk
on Flower Market Rd.